Coalition urges Congress to fund inspection shortfall at US ports 07.01.2020 By Joel Crews An estimated $630M shortage in 2021 is related to COVID-19 impact.Read More
Trade associations request ‘next highest priority’ for pandemic vaccine 06.30.2020 By Eric Schroeder The groups also express need for federal role in distribution in a letter to President Trump.Read More
Consumers are open to new ideas when it comes to food 06.26.2020 By Jeff Gelski New food technology is okay, as long as consumer questions are answered.Read More
Federal agents intercept 19,555 lbs of animal products from China 06.23.2020 By Erica Shaffer The seizures occurred during an eight-week period.Read More
Federal court rules North Carolina ‘ag-gag’ law unconstitutional 06.22.2020 By Ryan McCarthy The judge cited First Amendment grounds for overturning the law on undercover investigations at agriculture facilities.Read More
Lawmaker seeks protections for small pork producers 05.21.2020 By Erica Shaffer Rep. Jim Hagedorn wants to ensure independent farmers are being treated fairly.Read More
State attorneys general request meat industry investigation 05.07.2020 By Erica Shaffer In a letter to US Attorney William Barr, officials express concerns about anticompetitive practices and industry concentration.Read More
Cattle associations call for DOJ meat packer probe 04.22.2020 By Erica Shaffer USDA is investigating, but the groups say it is taking too long.Read More
Industry, lawmaker urge probe of beef markets 04.09.2020 By Erica Shaffer US Sen. Deb Fischer wants public hearings on the issue, while NCBA is asking Trump to intervene.Read More
USDA identifies essential services during ‘shelter-in-residence’ orders 03.26.2020 By Jay Sjerven FSIS meat, poultry, swine and egg inspection and laboratory services will remain open.Read More
